My husband and I never really went to the UNR campus until a few years ago. We did go to some sporting events and plays on occasion. But it wasn't until our grandkids enrolled at UNR that we actually walked the campus and went inside the vast array of buildings. We then understood how much the school had grown over the last 25 years.

Having lived and worked in a high academic environment on the East Coast, we had a lower expectation of what UNR could offer. Folks, that has all changed. We learned about the research and development and innovative programs being offered to students and the high-tech environment all around. UNR is marching forward and the City of Reno, legislators, business, financial and art communities must join the parade. We are a university town.

And to those of you who haven't visited the campus in a while, or ever, do yourself a favor on a sunny day and take a walk over there. It will put a smile on your face.